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Veronica Monet, ACS, CAM 
The Wealthy Woodpecker Newsletter
Why I am Grateful for YOU!November 2010
In This Issue
Anger and Sex
Calling All Sexperts!
Have a NO Conflict Holiday!
Express Your Anger AND Be Popular
New Sex Is Column!
Whether you're straight or gay, vanilla or kinky, monogamous or poly, we all have something to learn about "cross-cultural fertilization." Life's a journey. Let me be your expert tour guide and help you make the most of your travels in Libido Territory. This month I address Anger and Sex so check it out on Sex Is.
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Greetings!

It is easy to be grateful for you. You are the reason I publish this newsletter every month. You are the reason I produce my podcast and my radio program. You are the reason I write books. Without you, none of this would have meaning or worth and all the passion I feel about what I offer and what I do would be meaningless. You may find this hard to believe but you are actually in my daily prayers. I thank the Universe for you because your existence gives my life purpose.

I hope that you will skim or read this newsletter and find the parts which are especially for you. There is no way I can know what parts will resonate with you this month but I trust that you are reading this because at least one thing in this newsletter is meant just for you.

If something strikes a cord with you, I want to hear about it. If something confuses you, please tell me. If you went searching for something that wasn't there, be sure to let me know so I can work harder to make sure you get true value from this newsletter as well as the radio programs, workshops, books, column and blog.

You may wish to check out this month's column for Eden Fantasys' Sex Is Magazine as well as a brand new episode of The Shame Free Zone on iTunes.  Scroll down for more information about both and don't forget to keep those emails coming - I love to post your comments in my Reader's Respond section!
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If you have something unique or important to share about sex and relationships I want to hear about it! I am looking for dynamic sex and relationship experts to host weekly and/or monthly radio programs on Sex Talk Radio Network.

 

I will help you refine your show and once you achieve professional standards, our team of sales professionals will assist you in obtaining sponsors! As part of our program you will be able to build your profile, brand yourself and your message, reach potential clients and customers, and spread your message globally through the network and iTunes. Finally you'll be able to generate revenue through your own radio show.   

 

Interested? Want to know more? Send me a short note with a brief description of your show. Click here or dial 888.903.0050 to contact me now.

The Shame Free Zone on Sex Talk Radio Network and iTunes! 



This month's episode of The Shame Free Zone offers you tips on resolving conflict with your significant partner but the keys to conflict resolution apply to family, friends and even co-workers so you may want to brush up on your skills - especially during the holidays when conflicts unfortunately abound.

Previous episodes include New York Times Bestselling author Christopher Ryan who reveals our less than monogamous roots in his book, Sex at Dawn. Research scientist Vanessa Woods who explores the relationship between sex and violence in her new book Bonobo Handshake. And rape survivor Susie Chin who retells her story of survival and recovery with her moving song, Charlene.
 
You don't want to miss these podcasts and best of all they are free! Download your personal copies on iTunes or Sex Talk Radio Network.
How to Express Your Anger AND Win Friends!
First a thank you to those readers who submitted recommendations for a word or phrase which might communicate the suppression of anger better than the phrase I have been using: Anger Anorexia.  Just as a reminder, I want to communicate how failing to connect with our anger in a healthy way is akin to starving ourselves to death emotionally. I am still taking suggestions so if you want to send me a short note with YOUR idea, it's not too late. What do you think?  Have any suggestions on how I might better communicate this? Email me here.

Now onto those simple tips I promised last month: How to express your anger constructively.

1. Take responsibility for your actions. You DO have control and you ARE choosing your behaviors. Even if you experience emotional black-outs you still exercise some level of discernment and choice.

2. Take responsibility for your feelings. No one has the power to "make" you feel anything.

3. Focus on feelings - NOT facts.  In intimate relationships, facts are irrelevant.

4. Never assume. Ask the other person IF they are available to share feelings and problem solve your connection.

5. Make appointments to discuss feelings and problem solve. Keep your appointments.

6. Never begin a sentence with the word "you." Always begin your statements with the word "I."

7. Learn how to take a "time-out" and how to follow up with problem solving after your "time-out."

Of course these "simple" steps can be very difficult to implement and many who are well-versed in this subject still fail to use these tools until the relationship is in serious trouble. If you want help learning these techniques for reducing the tension and stress in your relationships, I would be happy to help. I use a very successful combination of education and role playing which works well over the telephone as well as in person. Email me today!
Esalen
I recently attended a workshop facilitated by my good friends Linda and Charlie Bloom. Already a huge fan of their books on marriage and relationships, I still wasn't prepared for the impact of their in-person workshops. Both licensed therapists, the Blooms are that rare breed who actually walk their talk!
  
For that reason, I am personally recommending their Secrets of Extraordinary Relationship workshop November 28 through December 3 at the beautiful Esalen Institute nestled between Highway One and a gorgeous coastal vista in Big Sur, California.

If you have never visited Esalen you don't want to miss this opportunity to combine rest, rejuvenation, romance and elucidation. I am sure you will leave feeling reborn in your body, your mind and your spirit.  What about it? Are you ready for an empowering getaway? Click here to learn more!
Sincerely,


Veronica Monet, ACS, CAM
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